William Sands
- November 1, 1929 · New York City
- September 11, 1984
- 88 years
About William Sands
William Sands, 88, American film editor (Funny Girl, The Only Game in Town, Lady Ice).
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William Sands was a prominent American film editor who shaped the visual rhythm of iconic Hollywood cinema.
William Sands
1929 – 1984
60 Seconds: William Sands's Life Story
A brief overview of the life and professional career of American film editor William Sands.
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William Sands was a prominent American film editor who shaped the visual rhythm of iconic Hollywood cinema. Born in New York City on November 1, 1929, he embarked on a distinguished career in the motion picture industry. He reached a professional milestone in 1968 when he earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Film Editing. This honor was awarded for his exceptional work on the celebrated musical film, Funny Girl. Beyond this success, he contributed his expert skills to other notable projects like The Only Game in Town and Lady Ice. After a long and creative life, William Sands passed away in Las Vegas, Nevada, on March 1, 2018. He was 88 years old, leaving behind a legacy of cinematic craft that continues to be appreciated by audiences and filmmakers alike.
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|William Sands (November 1, 1929 – March 1, 2018) was an American film editor. He was nominated for an Academy Award in the category Best Film Editing for the film Funny Girl.
Sands died on March 1, 2018, in Las Vegas, Nevada, at the age of 88.
Selected filmography
- Funny Girl (1968; co-nominated with Robert Swink and Maury Winetrobe)
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